Foxconn RS780 CPU Support (Added link)

[Minler]

I don't really follow what you mean here, but how much would it cost to get a new chip and have it reprogrammed?

[TheWiz]

What I am suggesting is that we attempt a retail flash where we try flashing the foxconn BIOS over the gateway one. For more information on understanding the process, visit:

http://www.bios-mods.com/blog/?p=192

Please check on your motherboard and see if you see a socketed chip.

TheWiz

[Minler]

Upon examination of the board, the only chip I could find that didn't have a heat sink on it, had a sticker on it that said AMIBIOS (So I assume this is the chip in question) and it was not socketed.

That was an informative read. What are the chances something could go wrong and if something does go wrong is there anyway to fix it?

[TheWiz]

Yes then indeed your chances of recovery are dependent on the AMI Bootblock recovery method, so it is a considerable risk trying the above. I will try to see what other less dangerous solutions I can offer.

TheWiz

[Minler]

Any word on this yet? I'm sure you are busy but just thought I'd ask.